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In Australia, violence and abuse against partners and family members are crimes. Help is available. If you, or someone you know is experiencing physical abuse, sexual assault, financial abuse, emotional abuse or social isolation, you can get help and assistance from the organisations below.
Otherwise contact your local police station if you are feeling unsafe or are in need of direct help.
The following numbers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for advice and information:
| NSW | 1800 656 463 |
| VIC | 1800 015 188 or 9373 0123 |
| QLD | 1800 811 811 |
| WA | 1800 007 339 or 9223 1188 |
| SA | 1800 800 098 |
| TAS | 1800 608 122 or 6233 2529 |
| ACT | (02) 6280 0900 |
| NT | 1800 019 116 |
Other important numbers
| National Confidential Helpline |
1800 200 526 |
National Translating and interpreting service |
call 13 14 50 and ask them to contact 1800 200 526 for you. |
National Relay Service (for callers with hearing impairment) |
call 1800 555 677 and quote ‘1800 200 526’. |
For telephone advice and support contact the following services or see these websites:
| Crisis services: | |
| Women's Legal Services: | Women's legal service |
| Relationship counselling: | Relationships Australia |
| Men's helpline: | Mens Line Australia |
Useful websites for information about services:
